Q: My knee just started hurting three weeks ago out of the blue. Before that, I didn't have any pain. My doctor told me I have osteoarthritis. I thought osteoarthritis was a chronic problem. Can it happen all of a sudden? Is my doctor wrong about my diagnosis?
Osteoarthritis is indeed a chronic process. It is not a condition that just... Read more
Does computer use cause neck osteoarthritis?
A chief executive of a major television company once said to me that one of the problems the anchors on his news shows had was thinking that they had to adjust their movements and actions to the cameras."The equipment should accommodate the person, not the other way around. I can have the... Read more
Strong core muscles are important for a wide range of reasons. Strong core muscles form your center; they protect your spine and provide the power for much of what you do, including many activities of daily living.
Strong core muscles are not always the same as having "6-pack abs." I have taken care of professional athletes with lower... Read more
I want to eat better and exercise regularly, but it's so hard to make these lifestyle changes stick. I do it for a few days or weeks but then go back to my usual routine. I've repeated this cycle countless times!
Making lifestyle changes, and maintaining those changes can be one of the most difficult things for humans to do. But it... Read more
Should I use ice or heat for my arthritis pain?
A common question that I hear is whether to use ice or heat for aches and pains. The general rule is that in the first 48 hours after an injury, ice should be used to reduce inflammation. After the first 48 hours, ice or heat may be used. The common sense advice is: use what works! If... Read more
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